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Starting a business
While the idea of starting a business can be daunting, it's important not to let nerves get in the way of a good start to your business.
That's why Barclays Local Business is eager to help up and coming businesses getting a running start from the word go. Starting a business with our help means that you'll have access to a free business start-up guide, have the ability to book an appointment with a Local Business Manager and much more.
Order a free business start-up guide online
Book an appointment with a Local Business Manager
Getting your business plan right
With Barclays Local Business, you can access essential information on starting a business and building a business plan online. With our help, you'll start to ask yourself vital questions like
- What will your business do?
- Will you be based in a shop or online?
- Who will your customers be?
- How much money will you need when starting your business?
Find out more about building a business plan
Starting a business with Barclays
Our free Let's Talk Starting in Business seminars could put you on the right track to starting a small business. You'll also have access to free information, the opportunity to talk to experts and swap advice with other business start-ups.
Book a place at a Let's Talk Starting in Business seminar today or make an appointment with a Barclays Local Business Manager online or by calling 0845 601 0106 **.
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You’ve had the idea; we can help turn it into a working business. Our practical guide offers downloadable planning tools and live presentations from experts.
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Starting a business
We offer a number of services for starting a business, including information and support to help you achieve your goals and set you on the right path.
Business insurance
We offer business insurance for a variety of business requirements, and can offer many types of policy, so you get just what you need
Business loans
We've got a flexible business loans, with repayment plans to help suit your business needs.
Business current accounts
For all the day-in, day-out things like making and receiving payments, you can rely on your business current account for a flexible and secure service.
Business overdrafts
Many businesses find them helpful. When your cash levels dip a little low, a business overdraft could help you through until the cash comes in again (subject to application and status. Overdrafts are repayable on demand).
Online business banking
Manage your day-to-day banking from your PC day or night: check your balance, apply for a loan or overdraft, pay bills and suppliers, and move money between your accounts.
Business Plan
With a little help from Barclays, you'll be able to get your business plans off to a great start. Help maximise your chances of success using our business plan cheat sheet.
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